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History of the Boston Massacre at The Center

History of the Boston Massacre at The Center
By Audrey Anderson Hometown Weekly Reporter Retired Justice Dennis Curran presented his talk “The Boston Massacre Trials: Blood in the Snow” at The Center at Medfield. The event was jointly sponsored by the Medfield COA, the Medfield Historical Society, and the Medfield Public Library. Over 80 people came to hear Justice Curran illuminate the historic event that...
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MPL welcomes Dog Psychologist Ray McSoley

MPL welcomes Dog Psychologist Ray McSoley
By Alana DiPlacido Hometown Weekly Reporter Nothing gathers a crowd quite like dogs do, so it was no surprise that every chair in Medfield Public Library’s (MPL) meeting room was filled with an audience member excited to hear Ray McSoley, a successful dog psychologist, speak. McSoley began the talk by defining his ethos in dog training through...
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Crafting leprechaun traps at MPL

Crafting leprechaun traps at MPL
by Elizabeth Connolly Hometown Weekly Reporter Dozens of kids gathered at the Medfield Public Library (MPL) the Saturday before this year’s St. Patrick’s Day to try their luck at building a leprechaun trap. These simple, but quite creative, contraptions are designed to ensnare one of the world’s most elusive creatures: the tiny and mischievous, but apparently rather...
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Travelogue of King Phillip’s War

Travelogue of King Phillip’s War
By Audrey Anderson Hometown Weekly Reporter A crowd of seventy-five eager attendees packed into Medfield library’s classic Dailey Room to hear Eric B. Schultz discuss “King Philip's War: The History and Legacy of America's Forgotten Conflict.” He wrote the book together with local author Michael J. Tougias, and it was published in 2017. Interested in history since his...
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Medfield seeks input on opioid settlement funds

Medfield seeks input on opioid settlement funds
In response to the opioid epidemic, Massachusetts joined numerous states in filing lawsuits against opioid manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacies. On July 21, 2021, the Commonwealth received its first financial settlement from these resolved cases, which held several companies accountable for their role in the ongoing crisis. Massachusetts continues to participate in resolving additional litigation, with...
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Exploring New England’s Fairy Lore at MPL

Exploring New England’s Fairy Lore at MPL
By Alana DiPlacido Hometown Weekly Reporter A group of readers gathered at the Medfield Public Library (MPS) to hear Andrew Warburton, the author of “New England Fairies,” discuss his book. After settling in around a shared table, Warburton led the group in a discussion of the history of fairy lore in New England. Rather than lecture to an...
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A family’s guide to February break

A family’s guide to February break
By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor While some families are going away for vacation next week, others are having a staycation during February break. Rather than sitting at home, fill your week with a variety of free and fun local activities. From Dover to Walpole, there are many exciting activities happening next week to keep children of...
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Unmasking motherhood at Medfield Public Library

Unmasking motherhood at Medfield Public Library
By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor Chelsea Robinson, a local mother, founder of Mama's Modern Village, and maternal mental health therapist, is hosting a series at the Medfield Public Library entitled, “Motherhood Unmasked.” This series is set to aid in creating an art exhibit on the theme of motherhood. Local mothers are invited to pick up a...
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Visualize the future at MPL

Visualize the future at MPL
By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor The Medfield Public Library (MPL) held a Vision Board Workshop for local patrons. According to the MPL website, “a Vision Board is a visual representation of your dreams, passions, strengths, goals, and aspirations for 2025.” Several women came together in the community room to craft their dreams into reality. The program was...
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MPL hosts annual journal workshop

MPL hosts annual journal workshop
By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter The Medfield Public Library (MPL) loves to host events that connect patrons to the world around them. One of its annual events is creating gratitude journals for the coming year, setting patrons up for a year of reflection and manifestation. Bri Orzane runs the program and helps participants set up the journals....
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MPL hosts napkin workshop

MPL hosts napkin workshop

By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Medfield Public Library (MPL) hosts an extensive Makers Space, filled with craft supplies and machines not everyone has access to. Librarians will often host classes to help teach patrons about the different types of technologies available, the most recent being a sewing machine class.

Justice Curran discusses Salem Witch Trials

Justice Curran discusses Salem Witch Trials

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

The Medfield Public Library (MPL) and the Medfield Historical Society co-sponsored a Halloween inspired talk regarding The Salem Witch Trials at the end of last month. Retired Massachusetts Superior Court Justice Dennis J Curran returned to the MPL to lead this...

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LaRue brings women of the Gilded Age to life

LaRue brings women of the Gilded Age to life

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Michèle LaRue is a beloved guest at both Medfield Public Library and The Center at Medfield, recently returning for her fourth performance in town. She captivates audiences of all ages with her one-woman live readings of Gilded Age stories.

Local author discusses first book

Local author discusses first book

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Local author and educator, Dr. Beth Godett, recently published her new book, “Toward the Bigger Half: Equity in Public Education,” which offers an exploration regarding equity and schooling uncomfortable, yet necessary, companions. Hometown Weekly Editor, Julia Beauregard, had the pleasure of interviewing...

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Creating felt birds with Bri

Creating felt birds with Bri

by Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Bri Ozanne, Adult Services/Programming Librarian at the Medfield Public Library, showed a group of five women how to create birds out of stitched felt.

As the participants arrived, Bri asked them to choose a bird pattern out of six...

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Border collies fly through Medfield

Border collies fly through Medfield

By Riley Fontana 

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Flying High Dogs visited the Medfield Public Library to show off their frisbee-catching skills to a large audience. Gathered behind the library, the dogs performed their signature tricks for a crowd of excited families and children.

Three...

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Beginner friendly Knitting Clinic at MPL

Beginner friendly Knitting Clinic at MPL

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Knitting is one of the most popular hobbies and is on the rise. The hardest part for most beginners is starting and learning the craft, which is why the Medfield Public Library (MPL) Knitting Clinic is a wonderful place to start. 

Craft and connect in Medfield

Craft and connect in Medfield

By Riley Fontana

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Nice weather, green grass, friendship and crafts. What more could an adult ask for? For those interested in these enticing offers look no further than the Medfield Library’s Outdoor Adult Craft and Chat hosted on the grounds of Medfield State Hospital. 

Summertime sweets at MPL

Summertime sweets at MPL

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Tweens and teens were in for a Summer Strawberry Treat this past Tuesday, August 6th at the Medfield Public Library (MPL). Here, they welcomed Katie Shepherd, Owner and Founder of Food Explorers, to help attendees make their very own Strawberry Shortcake...

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